Oatey 438976 Basket Strainer Assembly Brushed Nickel

Product Description

The OATEY 438976 is a brushed nickel basket strainer assembly designed for kitchen sink drain applications. It features a fixed post design with a mesh basket that collects food debris and allows water to flow through freely. The assembly includes a tailpiece nut and washer, a full-size locking nut, and an under-sink gasket. An extra heavy-duty gasket provides a reliable water-tight seal at the sink deck, and the safety rolled edge on the basket reduces the risk of cuts during routine cleaning. Plumbers and experienced DIYers install this strainer as a replacement or new-installation drain fitting in residential kitchen sinks.

This strainer assembly is suited for standard residential kitchen sink drain openings. The brushed nickel finish coordinates with common sink hardware. The mesh basket is removable for easy cleaning and debris disposal, making it practical for high-use residential kitchens. Installation requires basic hand tools and is performed under the sink after shutting off the water supply and clearing the drain plumbing.

Key Features

• Brushed nickel finish for a clean, corrosion-resistant appearance
• Fixed post basket design holds the strainer body in place during nut tightening
• Mesh basket collects debris and is removable for easy cleaning
• Extra heavy-duty gasket seals the strainer-to-sink interface against leaks
• Safety rolled edge on the basket reduces sharp-edge contact during handling
• Includes tailpiece nut, washer, full-size locking nut, and under-sink gasket

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation basket strainer for standard residential kitchen sink drain openings.

Installation Notes

A licensed plumber or qualified installer should shut off the water supply and clear standing water from the drain line before beginning work. Apply plumber's putty or the included gasket beneath the strainer flange before seating it in the sink opening. Hand-tighten the locking nut from below, then snug with pliers or a drain wrench — do not overtighten, as this can crack the sink deck or distort the gasket seal. Work performed on drain assemblies should comply with applicable local plumbing codes based on the IPC or UPC.

Technical Specifications

• Finish: Brushed Nickel
• Design: Fixed Post Basket
• Weight: 0.934 pounds
• Includes: Tailpiece nut, washer, full-size locking nut, under-sink gasket
• UOM: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: OATEY
• Manufacturer Part Number: 438976